Dyslexia can be treated with a lot of time and effort put into correcting the problem.

This
is a disorder that has been called mirror reading where the person tends to read
backwards or sees some letters turned around. It is treated best when it is caught at a
young age. When Dyslexia is diagnosed and the person is still in school then it is required
that the school develops an IEP which is an individual education program that will help
treat Dyslexia.
Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
1

Teach phonics. This is a program that shows how letters are linked to sounds in order to
form words. This will help the dyslexic individual that has a particularly hard time in
reading aloud and spelling.
2

Instruct the person with Dyslexia with a guided oral reading session. The person with the
disorder will read aloud and be guided with corrections. Repetition is very important for
the person to correct their mistakes. Continue to repeat the readings until they continue to
get them right. Explain what was wrong and help them pronounce the words correctly.
3

Determine the child's weakness. For instance, if reading is their weakness then focus on
more reading sessions with them. If writing is their weakness then stress more emphasis
on helping with writing. By figuring out which one they are affected by the most will
determine where they need treatment the most.
4

Get a tutor. If you don't feel as though the school is enough for the child then you can
hire a tutor to help him/her to improve on their reading or writing skills at home or at
another meeting place.
5

Make everything as visual as possible. A dyslexic person tends to rely mostly on what
they see despite that how they see things is the problem. The object is to treat their visual
handicap by going over and over what their not seeing correctly such as reading or
writing.
Using word patterns, word associates and word charge is a great way to help a child
suffering from dyslexia. These exercises, as well as others like them, help the child to
draw conclusions and create a fluid understanding of the world around him.
Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
1

Use spelling patterns. Instruct the child to divide a word into a beginning, middle (if
applicable) and end. Using this exercise, you will explain and incorporate the use of
syllables into the child's lesson. For example, "poorly" is divided as a root word and a
suffix. The root word "poor" is a noun that indicates low quality or lack. When the suffix
"ly" is added to the noun, it transforms the word into an adverb that describes a process or
condition. Instruct the child to identify the beginning and end of the word and identify
any patterns. In this case, he may notice that words that have an end pattern, or the letters
"ly," are called adverbs.
2

Use word association. Explain that each word has an associated meaning and theme.
Instruct the child to make common associations. For example, he may associate a "tree"
with a "forrest," or a "pillow" with a "bed." Using word association will allow him to
fluidly connect images and meaning to one basic concept. An understanding of that
concept will strengthen comprehension of difficult text and lengthy reading materials.
3

Use word charge. Explain that every word has a charge that can indicate a positive or
negative tone, as well as words that are generally neutral in tone. List several words with
a positive charge ("happy," "light," "love" or "play") as well as several words with a
negative charge ("nefarious," "rancorous" or "hostile"). Encourage the child to say the
word aloud to determine its charge. Use a neutral word like "chair" to illustrate words
that have no emotional overtones.
Treatment for dyslexia consists of using educational tools to enhance the ability to read.
Medicines and counseling are not used to treat dyslexia. An important part of treatment is
educating yourself about the condition. The earlier dyslexia is recognized and addressed,
the better. Starting treatment when a child is young can improve reading and may even
prevent reading problems in the first years of school.3 But reading will likely not ever be
easy for a person with dyslexia.

When a child age 3 years and older has been diagnosed with dyslexia, federal law
requires that public school personnel create an Individualized Education Program (IEP)
that's tailored to the child's needs. The first step in developing the IEP is talking with your
child's school to create a treatment team made up of you, the teacher, and other school
personnel, including school counselors and special education teachers. You can also ask
your child's doctor to attend.
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Your child's personalized IEP will detail specific disabilities, appropriate teaching
methods, and goals and objectives for the academic year. It is evaluated at least once a
year, with changes made based on your child's progress. Parents have the right to appeal
if they do not agree with their child's IEP. Preparing children for further education,
employment, and independent living is also required by law. This should start no later
than age 16.

According to a comprehensive U.S. government study on how children learn to read, a

combination of educational methods is the most effective way to teach children to read.
These methods include teaching phonics-making sure that the beginning reader
understands how letters are linked to sounds (phonemes) to form words. Guided oral
reading, in which the student reads aloud with guidance and feedback, is also important
for developing reading fluency. The child must clearly understand the instructions being
given, and the instructions must be repeatable or systematic in order to improve the
child's reading abilities.4

Previously, it was thought that covering one eye helped children with dyslexia read
better. But the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of
Ophthalmology found this type of treatment is ineffective because dyslexia is caused by
altered brain function and not by altered visual function.5

It is important to know dyslexia is a lifelong condition. Even though early treatment

during childhood can help, your child will likely always have to make an extra effort to
read.
Children with dyslexia have special needs and require more assistance than other children
in the area of written language comprehension and reading. A purely neurological
disability, specific emphasis on reading, spelling, writing, and fine tuning motor skills
will help the child overcome his or her impairment. Combined with specific techniques, a
parent or teacher can measure the child's progress in a short amount of time.

Ways to Help Your Dyslexic Child or Student

o Learn all there is to know about dyslexia. Use the internet to find or form a support
group for parents or teachers. Discuss your trials and tribulations with them. Ask for
suggestions from people who have had success helping their child overcome a learning
disability.

o Provide unwavering support for your child. Make sure that there is someone around at
all times that can assist the dyslexic child with homework or reading assignment. Be
patient and helpful. Give the child as much time as possible to complete the task.

o Encourage participation in recreational activities. Dyslexic children excel in the arts.

Well-adjusted and demonstrating talent in an area that they love will help the learning
disabled build confidence and the courage that they need to tackle difficult reading,
writing, and spelling assignments.

As with any learning disability, if dyslexia isn't treated early it can affect people into
adulthood. It's important to recognize all the signs and symptoms before the child falls
behind in school. Those who do not receive treatment can suffer from a life of poor job
performance and a lower quality of life.
Don't allow this to happen to your child. For more information on how to deal with a
dyslexic individual please read: Everyday Dyslexia Treatments
[http://www.aboutadultdyslexia.com/index.php] today. This is an excellent article that
will show you which symptoms should be over looked and which ones need to be taken
seriously. [http://www.aboutadultdyslexia.com] is dedicated to helping adults that suffer
from dyslexia.
Dyslexia is a learning disability that can make daily activities, such as reading, spelling
and directional tasks, very challenging. According to the National Institute of
Neurological Disorders and Stroke, "Although the disorder varies from person to person,
common characteristics among people with dyslexia are difficulty with spelling,
phonological processing (the manipulation of sounds), and/or rapid visual-verbal
responding" (NINDS, 2009). Adults who exhibit symptoms of dyslexia may have been
untreated as children, or, according to NINDS, may have suffered a brain injury. Dealing
with dyslexia can be an arduous process, but with strong commitment and systematic
strategies, it is possible to lessen its severity and to overcome it.
Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
1

Relearn sounds and letter recognition. Because many adults with dyslexia have been
struggling for years, there may be dramatic holes in their phonemic awareness. Examples
of well-researched, multisensory programs are Orton-Gillingham, Wordswork and
Lindamood-Bell. The programs may be suggested four to five times a week for six to
eight weeks, but participants are likely to see a dramatic change in reading and spelling
abilities. Lynn Flowers, an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at Wake
Forest University Baptist Medical Center, conducted a study where dyslexic adults
received eight weeks of phonics-based instruction. "With about 112 hours of phonics-
based instruction, adults with dyslexia had significant improvements in reading and
changes in brain activity while reading" (News 8 Austin, 2005).
2

Use multisensory strategies to connect to and remember information. Because people

with dyslexia may have trouble connecting to information that is received in a visual or
auditory way, it may be necessary to incorporate touch and movement in the process. For
example, use your fingers to trace a phone number on a table, instead of just repeating it.
3

Develop compensation strategies. Highlight information as you read, or write down a

summary after each paragraph. Some adults with dyslexia don't use the words "left," or
"right," but instead focus on directions, such as north, south, east or west. Color-coding is
also a very useful strategy and helps to organize important information. Use songs or
jingles to keep track of number information you have trouble recalling. Finally, visualize
patterns and words in your head before you repeat them; this helps you to remember new
information, (www.dyslexia-adults.com/a9.html).
4

Consider a technological aid. Systems such as a GPS, audio recorders, text-to-speech

software, or a hand-held spell check or dictionary can help make day-to-day challenges
less daunting.
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